Michael Magner
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Michael Magner VC (21 June 1840 – 6 February 1897) was born in County Fermanagh, Ireland and was an Irish recipient of the Victoria Cross, the highest and most prestigious award for gallantry in the face of the enemy that can be awarded to British and Commonwealth forces.
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Michael Magner | |
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Born | 21 June 1840 County Fermanagh, Ireland |
Died | 6 February 1897(1897-02-06) (aged 56) Melbourne, Australia |
Allegiance | United Kingdom |
Service/ | British Army |
Rank | Corporal |
Unit | 33rd Regiment of Foot |
Battles/wars | Abyssinia Expedition |
Awards | Victoria Cross |
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